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As a family lawyer practising in Ontario, I often see clients unintentionally harm their own case by making avoidable mistakes. Understand some of the most common mistakes to avoid.
The first meeting with a family lawyer can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re dealing with emotionally charged issues like separation, divorce, parenting arrangements, support, or property division. Understanding what to expect can help you feel more confident and prepared. Here’s a clear overview of what typically happens during an initial consultation with a family lawyer and how to make the most of it.
Transitioning into co-parenting after a divorce can bring new routines, responsibilities, and challenges for any family. Even when both parents are committed to supporting their children, navigating shared parenting time and decision-making responsibility can take time and patience. The good news is that with the right tools and mindset, co-parenting can be productive, respectful, and centred on what matters most, your children’s well-being. Below are practical tips to help parents build a successful co-parenting relationship after separation or divorce.
Divorce is a major life transition that can feel overwhelming. If you’re considering divorce in Ontario, understand the process to help you make informed decisions.
Protect Your Rights and Ensure a Fair Agreement
Will I Lose My Job/Do I Still Receive Benefits?
Before you consider if you should appeal, let's break down what that means.
Have you been denied long term disability benefits? Call me and let's talk about whether I can help you.
Paying or receiving spousal support? Call me to discuss your rights.
Can you let your child choose not to see their access parent? When a client is going through a separation, this is a question that I am often asked. Under most circumstances, the answer is always no, unless there are safety, well-being concerns, a parent is not permitted to acquiesce to a child’s refusal to see the other parent. Instead, the custodial parent has an affirmative obligation to encourage, facilitate a relationship with the other parent.
